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AK12 KNF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,717 mi
Last recorded150,717 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 KNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 150,717 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 142,754 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 137,686 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 129,718 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 122,869 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 110,451 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 99,711 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 86,478 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 75,455 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 67,926 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 57,473 miles

rear tyres different aspect ratio to front tyres but fitted on same axle

Pass 17 Apr 2015 43,515 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AK12 KNF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 KNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK12 KNF registered?

AK12 KNF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is AK12 KNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 KNF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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